OAR 250-015-0026: Light/Smoke Flares

Vessels operating in ocean or coastal waters and bays/rivers, with an opening to the seas of 2 miles or more, are required to carry light and or smoke flares as follows: (1) One electronic distress light, or 3 approved flares; and (2) One distress flag or 3 approved flares or 3 approved smoke signals.